Warehouse Supervisor - 1st shift

Warehouse Supervisor - 1st Shift - Full Time Benefits Eligible

Location:

Little Rock, AR

We are currently in search of a 1st Shift Warehouse Supervisor to support our local branch team. This full‑time position offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, a 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise, and a 401(k). Qualified candidates will support the Branch Manager in planning, scheduling, directing and executing the day‑to‑day warehouse activities of a branch in the Book Fair Organization, ensuring adherence to company standards and policies and optimal team performance.

• Assist in recruiting and hiring warehouse staff, conduct orientation and mentoring during the 90‑day period.
• Supervise, develop, and train all warehouse personnel, maintaining morale and productivity.
• Evaluate and document warehouse associate performance, conduct appraisals, recommend salary changes and set goals.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, DOT and EEOC.
• Investigate incidents, file Workers’ Compensation reports and facilitate monthly safety meetings.
• Schedule staff, maintain attendance records, and assist with labor hours tracking.
• Support use of the production planning system and manage Branch P&L.
• Close out fairs, ensuring all cases, displays, and boxes are staged and labeled correctly.
• Prepare daily packing schedules and oversee packing and replenishment of stock.
• Assist with physical inventory counts, open houses and warehouse sales.
• Ensure proper use of equipment and tools, report unsafe conditions and injuries.
• Follow lifting, packing and handling safety procedures.
• Fill accurate data on labor collection cards.
• Operate forklifts during peak periods (certified and 18+ years old).
• Perform other duties as requested by the Branch Manager.

• High School Diploma or GED (College degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, internet, email).
• Proficient scanner usage with minimal errors.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., push/pull up to 300 lbs., climb ladders; reasonable accommodations may be made.
• Availability for overtime and weekends.
• Team‑player attitude.
• Good verbal and written communication, basic math and reading skills.
• Forklift experience a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 per year.

Full time, Regular. Job Family:
Distribution & Materials Management. Region/State:
Arkansas.

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. All personnel actions are administered without discrimination.